Dr. Mudd did my hip replacement surgery and it went fantastic. Zero discomfort from day one. With tons of PT I am getting back to where I need to be. read more

the nurses dropped me moving from pre op to OR bed severe cuts both sides of my body. surgery ran over hours. my arthoscopic wounds look infected. remember that nasty surgery ctr is at least 40 yrs old. the place is filthy stay away from a nasty Depaul surgeon Gregory. read more

I was so impressed by the care and friendliness of the entire staff. After injuring my shoulder, they got me in within 24 hours of my call. I was able to see Bethanie Dinan (a board-certified physician assistant) who couldn't been more professional and caring. She administered a cortisone shot which was exactly what I needed and probably one of the most gentle shots that I've ever had. The pain subsided within hours and mobility is near normal. Everyone fro the registration staff, Ms. Dinan's assistant, and the xray technician were very pleasant and professional. Thank you for your services and support. read more

Butchered my toes. 5 years later and I still don't have answers as to WHY. I went in for an ingrown toenails that kept recurring in 1 side of 1 big toe. He suggested doing both big toes. He's the doc so I said OK assuming I was avoiding future issues. Aside from unnecessary pain, he cut off half of each toenail. They will NEVER again look normal. And all he could say when I finally got him to talk on the phone was "I'm sorry you're unhappy. You signed a waiver". And the KICKER....the ONE ingrown nail I had, I STILL have. It keeps coming back. STAY AWAY!!!!! read more

I LOVE this place!!!! I have seen Dr. Hulsey (now retired) for my shoulder, Dr. Burke for my calf and now Dr. O'Boynick for my left si fusion. They have a doctor for EVERYTHING! All doctors are so professional and knowledgeable!!!! Dr. O'Boynick came in before surgery and explained everything in detail about what would take place during surgery and what to expect after surgery and i appreciated that so much! I also have to mention Natalie, assistant to Dr. O'Boynick, who was so patient with me and my many questions through messaging and she was so prompt to respond! I highly recommend this place for your orthopedic care needs. I referred my daughter now for her hand care needs to doctor Feinstein and my father needs ankle care and i will be bringing him here to see either Dr. Collard or Dr. Doser as well! I want to give shout outs to the entire staff at appointment check in/out along with the surgery center staff! I give Orthopedic Associates of Des Peres, Missouri location a 100 out of 100! Thank you so much! read more

Referred to Orthopedic Associates and received an MRI as suggested. NP Andrea Hyde gave me a form detailing my diagnosis but did not offer any instructions on what to do next. She was condescending and arrogant. Seemed hurried throughout my appointment, which lasted no more than seven minutes. I reached out to consult with a physician in the hope of receiving a clearer explanation of my diagnosis but was informed that there was nothing more they could offer me. A physician outright declined to see me, and this information was relayed to me by the office coordinator. Very let down. read more

This review has been long coming. Referred in late 2023 (October). They were all about the money. Took unnecessary xrays. Blessed to have good insurance. However more disturbing is placing me in exam room with door closed for almost 1 hour. No one checked on me during this period. And when nurse finally arrived she appeared more interested in pushing surgical procedure. Perhaps this might have been included in holiday bonus. They told me I could get in before end of year. Hah. Hip issue. Mudd was recommended. Understand he is excellent surgeon. However was not impressed with staff /office. They lost me after I sat behind closed door in exam room for close to one hour minus communication. Sad part is could hear staff outside door laughing and chatting about personal issues. Yes. Before you ask conversations overheard made it crystal clear they worked in office. Rude. No thank you. Don't care how lauded surgeon is. Staff reflects And they poorly reflected this business. read more

After years of dealing with an unstable ankle (due to past injuries), Dr Nogalski repaired it in surgery. I have recovered much faster than I would ever have imagined, and my ankle is stronger than it has been in years. I had great treatment before, during, and after the surgery. I appreciate that it did not take weeks or months to get in for an initial appointment, as with other doctors I contacted. I would definitely recommend him to others. read more

Great people. Truly feel like they actually care about you instead of just your check! Haven't dealt with anyone that was very professional! Would highly recommend! read more

Deeply disappointed with the consultation with Andrea NP. Was looking forward to be checked, based on the very good reviews I read of her. She was not thorough on her assessment, rushed, did not introduce herself, dismissive of my concern. I was thinking maybe her day isn't going well, but I hope she will be mindful that it impacts patients' impression and care. Compassion goes a long way. read more

Wish I could give less than 1 star. Although listed as covered by my ins co, they had no access to my records because they are an 'independent" facility. My registration on their app was kicked out, despite my completing it twice on line. They could not tell me how much my visit would cost?????? I would have to go through appt and the billing would figure out if I owed then $100 or $500 and how much I would owe after ins! Asked to speak to billing first, no dice. FIND SOMEONE WITH ACCESS TO YOUR RECORDS, THEN THEY'LL KNOW WHAT YOUR CO-PAy is. Thank God I left before being ripped off with a huge bill I didn't agree to. BEWARE! GO ELSEWHERE! read more

The doctors there are decent overall, but the workers answering the phones are extremely rude and unprofessional. I have been there many times in the past 7 months, and called today to ask about a recommendation for a chiropractor. Instead of being professional and calmly letting me know they don't suggest this, they instead laughed at my request for help in alleviating pain. What good customer service! read more

Dr. Christopher Mudd replaced my left hip. He did an amazing job - but the follow up appointment was very troubling. He insisted on getting the money for the operation all at once. He talked about money and the value of his services during the entire appointment. I do think he did a great job; however, I have never had a doctor ask me about money. The insurance company paid the facility's fee - after I satisfied the deductible. The doctor's fee was out of pocket. Just look on casenet. Orthopedic Associates care more about money than their patients. I put the $1,500 on my credit card to avoid getting sued. What an ass. read more

I am so disappointed in the post op care. After being here several times, I basically get a too bad so sad. I was lied to by the nurse and now do not feel confident going back to this office. I no longer recommend this office. read more

Antiquated practices. You would think we were in the middle of 2020. The patient is taken away and the person charged with driving them home is told they can wait in the waiting room or leave but to not go more than 20 minutes away. The charge JUST for the "surgical center" is obnoxiously expensive. They can't do better than that? SAVE YOURSELF A WHOLE LOT OF FRUSTRATION AND AVOID THIS PLACE LIKE COVID. read more

Went to see Dr Burke about knee pain. I get in the exam room and they ordered X-rays. When I get back there the X-ray tech asked if my knee always ground and popped because she was having issues getting it to stay where she wanted. I told her yes and when done went back to exam room. Dr Burke comes in and says knee is bone on bone and nothing can be done. He said to take turmeric, said unloader brace would probably be a waste of money and wait five years for a knee replacement. He never did do a physical exam or anything. I went to another Ortho doctor and they said a brace would help, turmeric is too late to use with the damage already done and that I don't have to wait for a surgery. I will not be returning and will be getting a knee replacement in a few months. read more

I broke my 5th metatarsal bone (little toe) hiking and was referred to this facility by my family doctor after he saw my initial x-rays. I called for an appointment and was directed to see Dr. R Randal Aaranson, who did not have any availability for 7 days. When I got to his office he was rude and chastised me for walking on my foot. It didn't hurt and I was not told by anyone (my doctor or the hospital's x-ray tech) that I needed to stay off it. I brought my own x-rays but he insisted I have another set ($195). I was instructed to stay off my foot, which I did. A month later I had another appointment, and another set of x-rays ($195). A week later, I received a bill and was charged $242 for the office visit, $323 for a boot (425% of retail) and $952 for a procedure (surgery) I did not have. I called billing and was told by the manager, after talking to the doctor, that the charge would not be removed. Clearly he thinks he can get away with this. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!!! read more

Always receive great and friendly service when I visit. Called a week ahead and was able to get an appointment the following Monday. It's a quick check-in process and can honestly say I haven't been in the waiting room for more than 15 minutes before seeing the Doctor. Dr. Aaranson and his assistant Abby are the greatest. Both are super friendly and take the time to talk to you, explain the conditions, make sure you understand the procedure(s), medications, etc. Saw Dr. A for the Laser Toe Fungal Removal. It's an expensive procedure and is completely painless. Unfortunately the procedure didn't work for me, but if you have the money and are willing to try it over the medicine or the option to have the nails removed, I totally recommend it. I've had X-rays done here and it was also a smooth and quick process. My only issue with the place? Medical Assistant Peter. Watch out for him. I had to have my blood drawn and he poked me 4 times & in 20 minutes my arm almost went numb before he called in help. The lady he called in (Dorris I think her name was) had no problem getting the needle right in and had my blood drawn in less than a minute. So if you get paired up with Peter for blood work be prepared for a few pricks before he gets it right, if he ever does. Highly reccommend Dr. Aaronson - Go see him! read more

BEWARE OF DOUBLE KNEE REPLACEMENT FROM THIS OFFICE!!!!!! My 70 yr old mother was convinced to have double knee replacement from one of the Dr's in this group. 2 days after surgery a blood clot was found in one of her replaced knees. The correct response was for this clot was not administered and as a result this clot broke loose and traveled to her brain causing a stoke and the complete loss of her speech. The Dr's deny any wrong doing and now we have to file a malpractice suit against them. BEWARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I had the fortunate experience of having Dr. Mike Nogalski take care of me and surgery for my knee, torn meniscus. The up front explanation was clear on what needed to be done. I'm still in rehab for the knee and it is going very well, ahead of my expectations and the pain and discomfort is gone. Can't wait to be active again. Thanks Dr. Mike! read more

THIS IS A LESSON IN GETTING A SECOND OPINION and to beware of Dr. Young... I recently hurt my leg, to be more precise, my knee, and it was getting worse over time. I made an appt with Dr. Young. After reviewing the MRI, he told me I needed surgery which would buy me another 5-6 years and then I would need a full knee replacement. I was stunned and asked what alternatives there were to surgery. He told me point blank this was my only option. The surgery scheduler had me booked before I knew it. Literally! Out of the blue I got a message from my local pharmacy with prescriptions for the surgery - before & after - pain meds, the whole bit. Then I get a call from the doctor's office to tell me information in prep for the surgery which was booked for that Tuesday. I tried to tell the woman there was a mistake. I didn't have an appt but she argued that I did. I finally hung up. Later that day I got a call from the surgery scheduler to tell me I had a surgery date scheduled. I told her I didn't agree to this. Ugh! I couldn't believe how much she tried to argue me into it. After leaving Dr. Young's office, I did some research on my own, got an appt with another orthopedic surgeon at Barnes. He prescribed physical therapy and this specific exercise program to bring my knee cap back into alignment. He told me this program had a 90% success rate. It has only been few weeks and my knee is getting noticably better. So far the doctor from Barnes still believes surgery is not indicated and the 5-6 years originally told to me was bull. Folks, beware of the assembly line doctors & get a second opinion! read more

Dr Hulsey, has known me since a child when my dad went to him for a myriad of health problems. I moved far from STL (thank God) seven years ago. I was on a trip back to see family last year right before my dad died and I'm certain my insurance through Aetna had a fully paid deductible since I had a surgery in New York, plus a 7 day hospitalization. Sue in billing just sent out a collection notice to my NY address threatening to take me into collections if I don't pay for my X-ray. My insurance Already paid I explained.. I also explained I've been paying tons of medical bills from hospitals from my surgery and I'm swamped in bills right now, along with my dad and I having two dogs that moved up here with me once he died. She found it laughable. I called her out on her nasty attitude as she laughed and she replied "I'm not laughing at you". Little does she know not only am I grieving the loss of my father but I'm trying to make life work in NYC for my family and I. Some people have no compassion and I know Hulsey received plenty of insurance money for our 10 minute visit.. so for them to be greedy and nasty after knowing my father and I for so long, shows the caliber of people they are. Don't give them your business. I've had plenty of New York doctors call Aetna to get half of my bills straightened out and sue had nothing more to offer than send me to collections. So I paid them and they'll never see business from the Rutledge family again. If you're smart, you'll stay away from these doctors. Also, Richard Hulsey did an ACL repair on my left knee when I was 19 years old. I still have problems ten years later with my knee. He obviously didn't do a very good job. Plus he never relieved my dads pain and allowed him to suffer by giving him ridiculous amount of prednisone when he could have just given him a pain killer with less side effects. Read reviews before you go to any doctor in St. Louis. A lot of awful surgeons there.. when I moved to NY I found nothing but the best doctors in the country. That whole city is a disaster. read more

Updating my review after 2 injections in my C5/C6 (neck) and L5/S1 (lower back) with Dr. Bender. Not only were the nurses for my procedure very kind and patient with my phobia of needles, but Dr. Bender performed the quickest injections that I have had yet. I asked him to do an anesthetic as well (I have panic attacks before these injections) and he had no problem making me as comfortable as possible. After the injections I had a spinal fusion on my lower back with Dr. Wilkey. This was basically a correction/necessary from a discectomy I had a few years ago(with a different surgeon). I was losing balance and feeling in both legs. Having constant numbness, shooting pains, aching, etc. in my legs, on top of constant lower back pain. I couldn't sleep, or work for periods of time, and I'm 26 years old. Aside from the initial pain from surgery, and the soreness from healing. My legs are stronger every day, my lower back rarely aches and I'm still healing. I feel so lucky to have found Dr. Wilkey and Amber. read more

I had a similar experience to another reviewer. Went in, got X-rays on an injured shoulder. Spent less than 5 minutes with the doctor, who told me that I had a broken clavicle that would heal on its own. And it did. I never went back to the doctor. Then I got a bill for the X-rays, the doctor, and a line that just said "broken clavicle, $850". I called several times to ask what I was being billed for on that line. Asked as plainly as I know how, "what am I paying for here?" "What service was provided". No one would answer my question. I asked if it was possible that someone made a mistake and entered a code incorrectly. I refused to pay for a service that I did not receive. Now I am having to deal with a third party bill collector that has put a negative strike on my credit report. There are plenty of doctors. Use an office that can explain its charges. Why spend valuable time on this type of place. read more

Dr. Aaranson at Orthopedic Associates in St. Louis was a big disappointment. Having a daughter experiencing severe ankle pain was stressful enough. On our first visit, he gave her an anti-inflammatory that did nothing to help the pain, and he told us to come back in a week if it wasn't better, and he would immobilize it in a cast. So we came back in a week, and he walked in, told us she was suffering from a "pain management syndrome" and told us to google that. He did NOT even look at her ankle again. He just referred us out to some pain clinic who was not available to take my call. Sick of this, so I took her to a doctor at Childrens who put her in a cast the very next day. She is now pain free. I called to dispute the charge for the 2nd (pointless) office visit, and while the people I spoke with agreed with me about how messed up this was, Dr. Aaranson did not want to reimburse the charge. Amazing. read more

Stay as far away from this place as possible ... especially Dr. Jason Young and his staff. Their inferior service, coupled with a very misplaced elitist attitude, resulted in the worst decision I've ever made. Six months after a knee surgery I probably didn't need, my knee is worse than it was before I visited this awful place. Like other reviewers, I too was subjected to scheduled surgery that wasn't fully discussed. I actually had to argue with a woman on the phone, telling her I didn't agree to the surgery yet, let alone set up a time/date. I ultimately trusted Dr. Young, scheduled the surgery, and have regretted it ever since. While I had huge reservations, I previously had back surgery performed by Jason's dad - Dr. Paul Young. I erroneously used this history as a basis to trust Jason. Huge, monumental error. Unfortunately, the apple fell far from that tree .... like in another orchard. While Dr. Paul Young and his staff are outstanding, his son, Dr. Jason Young, and his staff, are the complete opposite. I wouldn't wish their services on my worst enemy. They may as well be running a bank, because all they care about is running folks in and out and printing money. Actually you'd receive much better customer service at a bank. I urge you to find another orthopedic practice. Dr. Jason Young and his staff are the absolute worst. read more